snap is the first line of defense for the most vulnerable among us and helps ensure millions of americans have access to food. the fact that the house even proposed and passed a bill with such unconscionable cuts to snap is beyond me. we do not turn our backs on farmers seeking help with crop insurance, and we certainly should not turn our backs on hungry americans. according to the environmental working group, taxpayers cost ofe 62% of the farmers insurance premiums. some subsidies can be as much as 100% of the cost of the most basic coverage level. crop insurance is the only farm income support program not subject to some form of means testing. that is why i support the senate language, which reduces the level of premium subsidies for farmers with an adjusted gross income over $750,000. some of my other concerns include the mandatory funding level for outreach and assistance for socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. the inclusion of central state university as a 1890 land-grant institution and the inability of schools to serve more fruits and vegetables under the fresh fruit and